Which of the Following Statements Concerning Prenatal Development Is Correct

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning prenatal development is correct?

• A) Most congenital malformations occur during the last prenatal week.
• B) Maturation of existing structures occurs during the second to eighth week.
• C) Initiation of embryonic layers occurs during the first week.
• D) The fetus is the structure present during the embryonic period.

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Definitions:

Childbirth

The act or process of giving birth to a baby, marking the end of pregnancy and the beginning of a new life.

Fetal Malnutrition

A condition in which a fetus does not receive adequate nutrients for growth and development during pregnancy.

Postnatal Life

The phase of life immediately after birth, focusing on the adaptation of both the newborn and the mother to the external environment.

Complex Diseases

Illnesses caused by a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors, making their prevention, diagnosis, and treatment challenging.